Graduate Electrical Engineer

About The Role

BRUSH Group provides the energy solutions that help power our built world. From power transformers to switchgear and engineering solutions, the BRUSH brand has stood for engineering excellence. We are committed to supporting the global effort for industrial decarbonisation and sustainable development and have set ambitious objectives to achieve our target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

What’s the role?

The role is an exciting opportunity to receive mentoring and training to assist our MEP team in Edinburgh in the design of Electrical (and Mechanical) Building Services to ensure they fully meet the client’s requirements and adhere to Rybka’s standards. The role will be responsible for the delivery of appropriate Electrical designs and will receive a structured graduate training plan in the first 2 years in role to help support eventual progression into chartership. We welcome applications from recent graduates and those with up to 1 year of relevant experience.

Working Conditions:

• 37.5 contractual hours per week, Monday – Friday between the hours of 9am-5.30pm.
• This role will be based from the RYBKA Edinburgh office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Engineers & Senior Engineers to develop a detailed brief of their electrical and mechanical building services requirements and produce a report which demonstrates clear understanding of the Client's needs.
• Conduct an Options Appraisal and produce a report for the Engineers & Senior Engineer and Client justifying the recommendations made to ensure client sign off, of brief.
• Develop effective working relationships with the wider design team (Quantity Surveyor, Architects, Structural and Civil Engineers) to ensure the whole construction project delivers the client’s needs.
• Produce outline design, scheme design, and detailed design reports including drawings and specifications.
• Help to ensure the successful completion of the physical construction of the project by monitoring and reviewing on-site activity to ensure progress and quality.
• Assist in validating the commissioning process to ensure all products and services implemented meet the required specifications.
• Advise on the operating and maintenance manuals produced by contractors to support the services installed.
• Ensure the effective handover of the project from the contractor and ensure the final construction meets the agreed requirements and design intent.
• Assist in conducting a review of H&S and risk assessments under the Construction Design and Management Regulations and sign off compliance with these regulations.
• Maintain up to date industry knowledge of products and services and a commitment to completing the internal Graduate training plan and mentorship to support later progression towards a chartered engineer.

What we’re looking for:

• Graduate qualification in an engineering subject (with the ability to progress to Chartered Engineer status) is essential.
• Good presentation and communication skills - essential.
• Experience of construction industry projects.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Excel and email - essential.
• Knowledge of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering systems.
• Appreciation and experience of the Technical Standards (Scotland) and relevant British Standards.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and low carbon design.
• Knowledge of Planning legislative requirements.
• Knowledge of specification, simulation and modelling techniques such as AutoCAD, Auto Revit, IES, ESPR, NES, SBEM/SAP.
• Experience of operating in an ISO9001 Quality Management System.
• Full UK drivers license as the role may require site or client visits.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary.
• Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles).
• Flexible and Hybrid working options (role dependant).
• Life insurance – 4 x annual salary.
• Enhanced Company Pension scheme.
• 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• GP24 Service – Access to remote, private GP services 24/7, 365 days a year plus Second Medical Opinions.
• BRUSHRewards – Discover plenty of ways to get more active and make great savings on everyday essentials as well as gifts for loved ones, holidays and special treats for yourself.
• Family friendly policies including Enhanced Maternity/Paternity.
• Bike2work scheme.
• Long Service Awards.
• Developing our people is important to us – we support and encourage development by offering ongoing professional development and training.

About The Company

RYBKA, part of the BRUSH Group, is a multi-disciplined engineering consultancy practice that specialise in mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) projects in the built environment. With offices based across Scotland, RYBKA are recognised for their environmentally friendly projects and cost-effective engineering which has led to them being awarded multiple Scottish Design Awards. With a proven track record of delivering projects across the UK since 1930, RYBKA specialises in transport, hospitality, healthcare, education, commercial and defence. Key projects include – Dunfermline Learning Campus, East Lothian Community Hospital, Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Edinburgh Airport Terminal Expansion and Village Hotels.